Discover a wholesome way to start your day: how to make Barley Breakfast Muffins! Loaded with fibre, whole-grain goodness and easy prep—ideal for busy mornings and healthy eating habits.
🧁 Introduction
Good morning, food lovers! 🌞 If you’ve been searching for a bright, nutritious, and flavour-packed breakfast treat, this guide on how to make Barley Breakfast Muffins is just for you. These golden muffins combine the hearty, nutty goodness of barley with the convenience of grab-and-go ease. With every bite, you’ll enjoy warmth, energy, and satisfaction that keep you powered through the day.
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💖 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🌾 Nutritious & hearty: Packed with whole-grain barley rich in beta-glucan for heart health.
- ⏰ Time-friendly: Bake once, enjoy all week!
- 👨👩👧 Family-friendly: Kids love the mild sweetness.
- 🧈 Perfect texture: Light, moist, and golden with nutty undertones.
🧂 Ingredients Needed
To make Barley Breakfast Muffins, gather the following:
- 1 ⅔ cups barley flour (or half barley, half wheat)
- ½ cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- ½ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- ¼ cup oil (vegetable or coconut)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed berries or banana pieces
- ¼ cup chopped nuts or seeds
🥄 Equipment Needed
You’ll need:
- 12-cup muffin tin
- Muffin liners or non-stick spray
- Two mixing bowls (dry + wet)
- Whisk or spoon
- Measuring cups/spoons
- Oven preheated to 200 °C (400 °F)
- Cooling rack
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Guide: How to Make Barley Breakfast Muffins
🔹 Step 1: Pre-heat and Prepare
- Pre-heat oven to 200 °C (400 °F). Line muffin tin or grease lightly.
🔹 Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients
- Whisk barley flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
🔹 Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
- Whisk eggs, milk, oil and vanilla until smooth.
🔹 Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry
- Stir wet into dry until just mixed—do not over-mix.
🔹 Step 5: Fold in Add-ins
- Add berries, banana, or nuts and gently mix.
🔹 Step 6: Fill the Muffin Tin
- Spoon batter into muffin cups (⅔ full).
🔹 Step 7: Bake
- Bake 17–20 min or until a toothpick comes out clean.
🔹 Step 8: Cool
- Cool in tin 5 min, then on a rack.
🔹 Step 9: Serve or Store
- Serve warm or store airtight up to 4 days (freeze up to 3 months).
Your Barley Breakfast Muffins are ready to enjoy! 
🌟 Tips for a Perfect Result
- ✅ Don’t over-mix.
- ✅ Use fresh leavening.
- ✅ Add yoghurt or applesauce for moistness.
- ✅ Cool completely before storing.
🍽️ Serving Suggestion
Serve warm with nut butter or yoghurt and honey. Perfect with morning coffee ☕ or afternoon tea.
🎨 Variations
- 🍌 Banana-Nut Muffins: Replace berries with mashed banana and nuts.
- 🍫 Chocolate-Chip Muffins: Fold in dark chips for a treat.
- 🧀 Savoury Muffins: Skip sugar, add cheese and herbs.
- 🌱 Vegan Version: Use flax-egg and plant milk.
📊 Nutritional Information (Approx. Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount (per muffin) |
|---|---|
| Calories | ≈ 165 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fibre | 3 g |
| Sugar | 11 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Sodium | 240 mg |
🔗 Source: USDA FoodData Central – Barley↗
💚 Health Benefits and Advice
When you know how to make Barley Breakfast Muffins, you’re baking with one of the healthiest grains on Earth 🌍.
- 💪 Heart Health: Barley’s beta-glucan fibre lowers cholesterol.
- 🩺 Digestive Support: Great for gut and blood-sugar balance.
- ⚖️ Weight Management: Keeps you full longer.
(Sources: Healthline)
Note: Contains gluten; not suitable for coeliac diets.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can I use wheat flour instead?
👉 Yes, but include some barley to retain its nutty flavour.
Q2: Can I freeze the muffins?
👉 Yes! Wrap individually; freeze 2–3 months.
Q3: Can I make them dairy-free or vegan?
👉 Absolutely—swap milk and eggs for plant-based options.
Q4: Are they good for weight loss?
👉 Yes, the fibre promotes fullness and better appetite control.
🌈 Final Thought
Learning how to make Barley Breakfast Muffins is more than baking—it’s self-care in a bite. 🧁💫 Each muffin brings comfort, health, and joy to your mornings. Try this recipe today and savour wholesome flavour from 9jaKitchen.com!
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